Welcome to the best diabetic community you will find, @A DiabetesTeam Member . I'm still new to all this Diabetes 2 stuff (I was diagnosed in October 2015). The most confusing aspect of managing this disease is the food. You are right. There is a lot of contradicting information and advice out there. Everyone's story is a bit different.

What works for me is connecting with a dietitian who specializes in Diabetes 2 management. Together, we worked out a plan that works for me and my family. My husband joins me at the meetings as he is part of the management process too. He cooks a lot and does most of the grocery shopping.

I am still a work in progress, but food management is becoming easier as time progresses. The biggest bit that I've learned is wrapping my head around moderation. I can still indulge, but sparingly.

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There is a term called confounders. These are factors that can make figuring out your treatment very difficult. The biggest confounder for me is pain. When I am in pain my sugar levels soar. Stress can also mess up a perfectly planned day. I also notice that as I get sick I can get unpredictable lows. My only recourse is to test often and work at it.

2 carbs (30 gm) per meal is your limit, but you are allowed 2 snacks, which I limit to 1 carb each (15 gm), for a total of 8. But most days, I only eat 2 full meals and 2 snacks, so 6 is my normal amount of carbs on a normal day. It's entirely up to you and your lifestyle. I am more sedentary, so I don't eat as much.

I do 130 carbs per day, some days i don't and I write down everything that i eat. Yes its very time consuming but it keeps me on track. Remember to walk at least a mile per day or more if you can. Peace and Blessings

When I say 50 carbs I don't mean 50 x 15....I mean 50 total carbs. 9 x 15, I've been taught is too many. Eat to your meter and test test test.